“Beauty exists not in what is seen and remembered, but in what is felt and never forgotten"A rememberance service is being organised for Shri Sudhir Kumar Jha to share our thoughts and rememberances. We shall be hosting a webex meeting on May 19, 2021 at 6:30 pm.
If you want to particpate in the meeting as a speaker, kindly register herehttps://forms.gle/5cM8nQTVUUko7D119 The speakers will be ushered in on first come first serve basis.
Family and Friends have created this memorial to celebrate the life of Shri Sudhir Kumar Jha. Collecting stories and memories here will offer us great comfort and peace.
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OBITUARY
Shri Sudhir Kumar Jha, born in 1966, joined the RBI as a Grade B officer on 7-Jan-1991. Many of his friends have come to know him as a composed, intense and concerned human being who was keen on maintaining balance and equity all around him. I came to know Jha ji very closely during my days in HRMD but more during our trips to office and back in our little car pool. I fondly remember our long talks and walks around Horniman circle in... see moreShri Sudhir Kumar Jha, born in 1966, joined the RBI as a Grade B officer on 7-Jan-1991. Many of his friends have come to know him as a composed, intense and concerned human being who was keen on maintaining balance and equity all around him. I came to know Jha ji very closely during my days in HRMD but more during our trips to office and back in our little car pool. I fondly remember our long talks and walks around Horniman circle in search of Guvavas and peanuts. I remember a tale he told me about his love for Bhagwat Gita and Mahabharat. His understanding of these scriptures was very profound. It was an absolute joy to chat with him on any subject. I will always miss his encouragement, guidance and friendship.
My association with Jha sir is not very old. It started in September 2020 when I joined HRMD. Within one month of working with him, I realized that he was a prefect HR man. A thorough gentleman, very soft spoken and prefect/ meticulous in working. He... moreMy association with Jha sir is not very old. It started in September 2020 when I joined HRMD. Within one month of working with him, I realized that he was a prefect HR man. A thorough gentleman, very soft spoken and prefect/ meticulous in working. He used to take holistic approach to any issue that I discussed with him. Really great learning from him. He used to encourage people to wear mask properly in office. I had a long discussion with him just one week before, on the issue of declaration of Assistants result. He was very keen to declare the result as early as possible. Thus, even when he was not well, he guided the recruitment team on issues faced in declaration of results. It is very painful for Recruitment team, HRMD that we could not declare the result during his presence. Result was declared on May 10, 2021 just one day after he left. Alas, we could have declared result two days before in his presence. less
Family and Friends got together to share their memories. Many spoke in words, many spoke through their silence, many wrote messages, many conveyed over phone.. But then words are never enough
मां, मुझे ज्ञात है कि सुधीर के जाने से आपने न सिर्फ अपना दामाद अपितु अपना... moreसुधीर – श्रद्धांजलि
मां, मुझे ज्ञात है कि सुधीर के जाने से आपने न सिर्फ अपना दामाद अपितु अपना बेटा भी खोया है। उसके विछोह की असह्य पीड़ा मैं महसूस कर सकती हूं।
नीना, शशांक, शांभवी तुम्हारे इस अकस्मात् एवं प्रचंड पीड़ा का आभास मुझे है। ईश्वर से यही प्रार्थना है कि उनका आशीष तुम लोगों पर सदैव बना रहे और इस अदम्य पीड़ा को सहने की शक्ति प्रदान करे।
सुधीर न सिर्फ एक प्रिय सहकर्मी एवं बैंक का एक उत्कृष्ट अधिकारी था अपितु सद्भावना एवं प्रेम से परिपूर्ण एक अंतरंग मित्र भी था। उसकी याद को शब्दों में समेटना कठिन है। जीवन के पिछले कई वर्षों में अनगिनत अनुभूतियां उसकी स्मृतियों को सदैव जीवंत रखेंगी। उसकी याद में चंद पंक्तियां समर्पित हैं:
सौम्य, सुसंस्कृत, सुशील, धीर, गंभीर,
सरल, सात्विक, मनमोहक, सुधीर,
शांत प्रकृति, व्यक्तित्व निराला, इरादे सुदृढ़,
उन्नत विचार, मधुर व्यवहार, भांप लेता वो पराई पीर
His personality unique, upright and tall,
Great looks, genuine charm, cool composure, pleasant temperament, he had it all.
His demeanour perfect would never make you feel small.
A wonderful boss, a great team player, a popular leader, a fantastic friend,
He would never let you down, though he would himself stretch, turn and bend,
His virtues numerous, the list has no end.
मुस्कान अलबेली, आवाज में अपनापन,
विचारों में ताजगी, अंदाज में नयापन ,
बचपन से पचपन तक का यह सफर अनोखा
क्या सचमुच समय भागता है;
या है यह नजरों का धोखा!
His absence makes his presence still stronger.
His journey to the other world makes us ponder,
How I wish he would be around longer.
The vacuum, pain, trauma make him even more fonder,
Though our eyes wander,
He continues to be amidst us alongside and yonder.
नीना मैं तुम्हारे असीम व्यथा के समय तुम्हारे पास प्रत्यक्ष रूप में आ नहीं सकी इसके लिए क्षमा प्रार्थी हूं.......
सुधीर के नहीं होने में भी है उसका सदैव होना,
उसकी यादों, उसके आदर्शो और उसकी निश्छल मुस्कान को संजोना,
तुम्हारी हँसी में है उसकी खुशी और तुम्हारे रूदन में है उसका रोना
उसका अदृश्य रूप सदैव प्रदान करेगा तुम्हें हिम्मत, ताकत, आशीष और प्रेरणा,
ईश्वर के इरादों की कौन कर सका है भला अवहेलना।
Shashank, Shambhavi, these lines are specially for you.
डटे रहना, लगे रहना,
मनोबल के पंखों से तुम्हे है उड़ना।
सूर्य की चमक और चांद की शीतलता में महसूस होगा,
तुम्हे पिता की अखंड शाश्वत वात्सल्य का झरना।
जीवन फिर मुस्कुराएगा, खिलेंगे नए पुष्प,
तुम दोनों को है नई बुलंदियों को छूना, नवीन लक्ष्य को भेदना।
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It came as a jolt when I heard the sad news of Sudhir passing away. We worked together in the Anti -Money Laundering Division in DBR, CO, Mumbai in 2012 - 13. Since I was new I relied upon his advice and he was like my right hand. I found him balanced,... moreIt came as a jolt when I heard the sad news of Sudhir passing away. We worked together in the Anti -Money Laundering Division in DBR, CO, Mumbai in 2012 - 13. Since I was new I relied upon his advice and he was like my right hand. I found him balanced, articulate and very courteous. Even when he was hospitalised in April he promptly thanked me for my good wishes. I always felt, had he not been in RBI he would have become a diplomat. less
Sudhir was not only an ex-colleague but a friend, who will be sorely missed.
He was a true gentleman with a very pleasing personality. My close association with him began when we worked together in DPSS, CO and later in HRMD. I recall an ever-smiling... moreSudhir was not only an ex-colleague but a friend, who will be sorely missed.
He was a true gentleman with a very pleasing personality. My close association with him began when we worked together in DPSS, CO and later in HRMD. I recall an ever-smiling person who did not lose his cool even under the most trying circumstances. Jha had the unique ability and empathy to stand in the shoes of the other party when proposing a solution to any case. He gave credit to his subordinates, time and again. Above all, he was a good listener which made everybody comfortable in talking with him.
Even after my retirement, his manner did not change, which is a rare quality. His untimely demise is a big loss for his family and friends. less
Jha Sir always considered me his younger brother but always kept me confused whether he is my elder brother or mentor or guide or someone who gives me inner peace... always guiding me in all walks of life (be it personal or professional).
Now that Sir... moreJha Sir always considered me his younger brother but always kept me confused whether he is my elder brother or mentor or guide or someone who gives me inner peace... always guiding me in all walks of life (be it personal or professional).
Now that Sir you are not there, you have cleared my doubts... you were not my mentor or guide. You were my elder brother (which though I have but he being challenged himself could never cover me under his guiding folds..). God was however kind enough to give you as my elder brother and you had that sixth sense to be my side whenever I was in crisis.
Sir, God being selfish perhaps wanted good people around and has snatched you from me... But I have not lost you.. you are forever in my heart.. After all even Gods are not that powerful to snatch you from my heart. less
Sudhir was a friend and colleague for nearly 20 years now. We first worked together in DAPM (now HRMD) in the early 2000s. He was a gentle soul but one who always expressed his views unhesitatingly. He had a compassionate nature and always saw the best... moreSudhir was a friend and colleague for nearly 20 years now. We first worked together in DAPM (now HRMD) in the early 2000s. He was a gentle soul but one who always expressed his views unhesitatingly. He had a compassionate nature and always saw the best in everyone. I valued his inputs as it made one reflect on one's own viewpoint. Thereafter we have always been in touch. I last met him in March less
I captured just a few days after Sudhir passed away
I was walking in a pensive mood
Searching for him
The butterfly appeared
He was playful
Never shied away from me
The butterfly
My friend
My friend,
The beautiful butterfly
Spread joyfulness
Touched many flowers
He was the flower
He was the butterfly
The beautiful Man
ॐ पूर्णमदः पूर्णमिदं पूर्णात्पूर्णमुदच्यते ।
पूर्णस्य पूर्णमादाय पूर्णमेवावशिष्यते ॥
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः...
My memories with Jhaji goes back to induction days. A very balanced man, he was always willing to help others. I will miss him and fondly remember him in every moment of life. May his soul rest in eternal peace
I am Sudhir Jha’s batch mate , an elderly person in the batch as I previously worked in a commercial bank. I used to call him Jha sab, as I foresee that he would reach to TopManagement in his career because he was young in the batch.
I found Jha sab... moreI am Sudhir Jha’s batch mate , an elderly person in the batch as I previously worked in a commercial bank. I used to call him Jha sab, as I foresee that he would reach to TopManagement in his career because he was young in the batch.
I found Jha sab as a lovely, wonderful,dignified and gentle human being and a very good friend.. leaving his family and friends in grief Jha sab reached Heaven at an early age. My deep condolences to family and friends and prayers to Almighty for the peaceful Heavenly Abode of the departed soul. Om Shanthi.
Jha Sir was a rare gem. One of the few people who had truly completed the journey from a human being to being a human.
Was fortunate to work under his leadership in CAB and College held a special place in his heart with his love for nature. Some of the... moreJha Sir was a rare gem. One of the few people who had truly completed the journey from a human being to being a human.
Was fortunate to work under his leadership in CAB and College held a special place in his heart with his love for nature. Some of the best morning walks of my life have been with him.
I’ll always remember the time spent with you with great fondness. A beautiful soul lost too soon. Will miss you and your smile and guidance dearly. Rest in peace Jha Sir. less
A smile so welcoming, a heart so big and a human so humble. Most of us would echo such fond thoughts about Sudhir sir. I looked up to him as a guardian figure around and he was ever willing to guide and help out. Spiritual at heart, he would take great... moreA smile so welcoming, a heart so big and a human so humble. Most of us would echo such fond thoughts about Sudhir sir. I looked up to him as a guardian figure around and he was ever willing to guide and help out. Spiritual at heart, he would take great pleasure in explaining mythology. Not just mythology, he had his views on any subject around- he was so well read and had so much clarity.
The last time I saw him was a day before Holi, when my husband and I were out with some errand and he was taking an evening walk. He was so excited about celebrating the festival with delicious sweets and savouries in the safety of home. Little did we know that this would be our last face to face meeting. After that, it was only messages and phone calls and the reassuring voice saying ‘I am recovering, although there is some weakness’. A month before, we had seen that smiling face walking from a distance and a month later it was a tranquil, emotionless face that had bid us goodbye.
Sir, you will be missed dearly, yet remembered fondly. less
In his simplicity and effervescent smile, lied his humility and humbleness, generosity and gentleness, charm and cordiality. His benevolence, his charm, his kindness and his passion for helping others will never be forgotten. The last I spoke to him was... moreIn his simplicity and effervescent smile, lied his humility and humbleness, generosity and gentleness, charm and cordiality. His benevolence, his charm, his kindness and his passion for helping others will never be forgotten. The last I spoke to him was to seek medical help for some colleague a day before he himself was needing medical help and that help came from him before he walked to his cruel fate. He will be missed, admired and respected for his commitment and his effervescent smile will always remind us to serve with love! less
Mr Sudhir Jha was a thorough gentleman. He was very calm and balanced in his approach. A great listener and problem solver. His passing has left a void in Reserve Bank. Will be missed by one and all.